DL-Tartaric Acid (Racemic) from Germany
DL-Tartaric acid is the racemic mixture of D- and L-tartaric acid, chemically defined as tartaric acid under HTS 2918.12.00.00 due to its carboxylic acids with alcohol function. Used in pharmaceuticals and as a chiral resolving agent in organic synthesis.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include stereochemistry details in COA; racemic form must not be confused with L-tartaric for duty purposes
• Check REACH/TSCA compliance for chemical imports; register if annual volume exceeds 10,000 lbs
• Avoid packaging that suggests retail sale, which could shift to chapter 38 preparations